Heathrow Airport Expansion Funding 2023-07-13
2023-07-13
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Q1
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The question addresses the funding for expanding Heathrow Airport, which includes significant infrastructure costs.
Whether he has had recent discussions with relevant stakeholders on proposals for funding the expansion of Heathrow airport. The new chief executive at Heathrow Airport Ltd will meet and discuss costings of road and rail infrastructure, estimated between £10 billion to £20 billion. Will he ensure not a penny of taxpayers' money subsidises the profits?
The answer is no.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not address whether he would discuss funding or costings with the chief executive.
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Q2
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Concerns about the cost implications for taxpayers when expanding Heathrow Airport, including significant infrastructure investments.
When meeting with the new chief executive at Heathrow Airport Ltd, will he discuss the £2 billion offered by Heathrow and the potential costs of £10 to £20 billion for infrastructure expansion? Will he ensure not a penny of taxpayers' money subsidises the profits?
Any expansion is a private sector project financed by private finance, and the Department has no position on this matter.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not commit to ensuring no taxpayer funds will be used for subsidising profits.
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Q3
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The temporary closure of Doncaster Sheffield Airport raises concerns about the protection of its airspace during negotiations.
Will the Secretary of State protect the air space around the airport while Doncaster council negotiates with Peel on a lease?
The issue is recognised, and local stakeholders have put forward questions. The matter is under consideration and will be responded to in due course.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not commit to taking immediate action to protect the airspace.
Under Consideration
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